AFG vs AUS: Champions Trophy 2025 Virtual Knockout
Afghanistan will face Australia in a crucial Champions Trophy match on February 28. Both teams need a win to secure a semifinal spot.
The match at Gaddafi Stadium starts at 2:30 p.m. IST after the toss at 2:00 p.m.
Team Form and Recent Performance
Afghanistan
Won three of their last five ODIs. Coming off a historic win against England.
Ibrahim Zadran scored 177, the highest individual score in Champions Trophy history.
Australia
Won one of their last five ODIs. Currently second in Group B with better net run rate.
Have won all four previous ODIs against Afghanistan, including their most recent encounter.
Match Details and Conditions
Venue
Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore. Average score at this venue is 293 runs.
Pitch Report
Batters-friendly pitch, especially in first innings. Spinners might get assistance in the second innings.
Weather
Rain is forecast early on Friday. Australia would benefit from a washout due to superior net run rate.
Broadcast
Live on Star Sports network and streaming on the JioHotstar app.
Fantasy Prediction and Playing XI
Fantasy Picks
- Captain: Ibrahim Zadran
- Vice-captain: Azmatullah Omarzai
Afghanistan XI
Gurbaz, Shahidi (C), Atal, Ibrahim, Omarzai, Rashid, Nabi, Malik, Farooqi, N Zadran, Rasooli
Coach and Player Perspectives
1. Labuschagne's View: "We'd love to win tomorrow and silence the crowd."
2. On Potential Washout: "We'd love to win the game and finish top in the pool."
